As some regular readers of this blog already know, I have been following the blogosphere’s treatment of recent research that indicates a possible way to increase the cognitive ability of individuals with Down syndrome. In response, I have a new article on the website of Christianity Today, titled “Considering ‘Curing’ Down Syndrome with Caution.” An…

I’ve been practicing yoga for going on seven years now. Approximately once a week, I spend an hour in a room with a dozen other people, saluting the sun, breathing deeply, and contorting my body into poses that both energize and relax me, all at the same time. There are three main aspects to yoga,…

I have a new post on the BLOOM blog: “All Are Welcome Here” about our first experience on an “inclusive” playground. It starts: “Architecture is evangelism.” I heard it said in the context of church buildings. The speaker was making the point that a ramp at the back of the sanctuary might comply with ADA…

I watched the Superbowl yesterday (including the football part). First time in my life that I cared who won. My husband is from New Orleans. He lived there for the decade of the “Aints,” when the New Orleans Saints were far from Superbowl material. By the end of last night’s game, his voice was hoarse…

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